In 1985, the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) redefined home gaming, but its innovations meant nothing without a way to control them. The console’s innovative architecture, as explored in console ...

Nintendo built on an already outstanding foundation with its follow-up to the original Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.

The best Nintendo Switch controllers come highly recommend from us especially if you want a more comfortable experience than what the pack-in Joy-Con controllers provide. And fear not; if you're ...

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An alternative to Nintendo's original Pro Controller 2 that almost finds the sweet spot between price and performance.

Nintendo Switch 2‘s release is just around the corner, and fans will have plenty of peripheral options when the system launches. As was the case with the original Switch, Nintendo will be releasing ...

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The Nintendo Switch 2 comes with two Joy-Con 2 controllers, plus a Joy-Con 2 Grip and Joy-Con 2 straps. They can be used in numerous configurations, but if you're looking for even more options, there ...

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Perfectly rethought N64 layout. Hall effect thumbstick. Built-in rumble features. Turbo mode and button remapping features. Wide device compatibility. Doesn’t pair with Switch 2 out of the box, and ...

Nintendo Switch 2 users have two official methods for charging the new Joy-Con 2 Controllers for wireless play. Out of the box, you can dock the console with the controllers attached before removing ...

To pair any controller with the Switch 2 you’ll need the console powered on and updated to the latest system software.